1988 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Montego | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
